PACKZ vs Print CAD
PACKZ
hybridsoftware.com
Print CAD
printnow.comSide by side
| Figure | PACKZ | Print CAD |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $495/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Spec score · Packaging Design Software | 8.1 (#5) | 7.5 (#18) |
| Headquarters | Ghent, Belgium | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States |
| Integrations | The features page lists links to GMG OpenColor and matchmycolor Colibri for color management, and Arden Software and EngView Systems CAD libraries for nested step-and-repeat work. | The pricing page lists imports from ArtiosCAD and Engview, and enterprise API integrations with systems including Esko Automation Engine, Enfocus Switch, and HP Siteflow. |
| Purpose | PACKZ is an all-in-one native PDF editor for prepress work on labels and packaging. | Print CAD is packaging CAD software for structural design of folded packaging, including corrugated boxes, folding cartons, flexible packaging, and labels. |
| Support | Hybrid Software recommends submitting support requests through its Service Center and provides regional hotlines for urgent issues. | The pricing page lists support response targets of 8 hours for Starter, 1–8 hours for Growth, and 15 minutes–4 hours for Enterprise. |
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In their own words
PACKZ
PACKZ is a PDF editor for preparing label and packaging artwork for print prepress. It edits PDF content while retaining layer, group and page structure rather than converting the file to an internal format. Pactions records interactive editing steps as reusable action lists. The application combines one-up editing with step-and-repeat layouts, including tabular, grid, nested and Packzimizer options. Variable data can include text, numbers, barcodes, images and color. Color tools include DeviceLink profiles, PANTONE Digital Color support, links to GMG OpenColor and matchmycolor Colibri, as well as trapping, preflight and quality-control views. Artwork warping and real-time 3D inspection support applications such as shrink sleeves and metal cans. PACKZ Max includes a Harlequin RIP for screening and output. PACKZ connects with CLOUDFLOW and MyCLOUDFLOW workflows and with Arden Software and EngView Systems CAD libraries. It runs on macOS and 64-bit Windows, but Windows Server is not supported. PACKZ pricing is available by contacting Hybrid Software or booking a demo. PACKZVIEW is a separate free app for previewing and inspecting production PDFs.